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Didymoteichos Damascenes: Return to the roots and values of our ancestors
In the semi-mountainous area of Central Evros, on the Mandra-Mikros Dereio provincial road, is the village of Kyriaki with two post-Byzantine Churches, built in the 19th century, of Agios Dimitrios (1845) and Agia Kyriaki (1860). The second one has a special course...
The Bulgarian Orthodox Church has invited Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew to visit the country in October
The Bulgarian Orthodox Church has invited Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew to visit the country in October BNT News
The Holy Synod of the BOC-BP extended an invitation to the Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew for a visit to Bulgaria
The Holy Synod of the BOC-BP extended an invitation to the Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew for a visit to Bulgaria BTA
St. Philotimia and her son, St. Domitius the Merciful, honored together for the first time at Râmeț Monastery
The Râmeț Monastery in Alba County honored for the first time together the two recently canonized saints - mother and son - who lived in this community: St. Cuv. Philotimia from Râmeț and St. Cuv. Dometie the Merciful from Râmeț. The relics of the two saints are preserved in…
Ecumenical Patriarch to visit Bulgaria in October
At its regular session held on 26 June 2026 (Minutes No. 3 – full composition), the Holy Synod of the Patriarchate of Bulgaria decided to invite the Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew to Bulgaria to participate in the festive events that will take place from 16 to 20 October of…
Митрополит Звенигородский Арсений совершил Литургию в храме Усекновения главы Иоанна Предтечи в поселке Северный
7 июля, в день празднования Рождества честного славного Пророка, Предтечи и Крестителя Господня Иоанна, управляющий Северо-Восточным викариатством митрополит Звенигородский Арсений возглавил Божественную литургию в храме Усекновения главы Иоанна Предтечи Патриаршего подворья в…
Ecumenical Patriarch Invited to Feast of St. John of Rila
Ecumenical Patriarch Invited to Feast of St. John of Rila www.24chasa.bg
Summer school: Educational dialogues and exchanges of experience for religion teachers at Sâmbăta de Sus Monastery
The Theological Academy of the "Brâncoveanu" Monastery from Sâmbăta de Sus, Braşov county, hosts the Summer School for religion teachers between July 5-10. The event brings together teaching staff from several schools and high schools in the country, teachers from the Faculties of...
Priest Mikhail Goldich celebrates the day of priestly ordination
Today, July 7, the day of priestly ordination is celebrated by Priest Mikhail Goldich, rector of the church in honor of the Intercession of the Most Holy Theotokos in the village of Vyatchino. We sincerely congratulate you on the day of your priestly ordination! We prayerfully wish you God’s unfailing help, spiritual joy,...
The Patriarchate of Bulgaria invited the Ecumenical Patriarch to Bulgaria
During its regular meeting on June 26, 2026, the Holy Synod of the Bulgarian Orthodox Church decided to invite the Ecumenical Patriarch Mr. Bartholomew in Bulgaria to participate in the celebrations that will take place during the period 16-20…
In the episode of the television program “Isnast” there is a report on the monastery courtyard in honor of the Monk Alexy, the man of God
In the next episode of the “Isnast” program on the Belarus 1 TV channel, a report was shown from the courtyard in honor of St. Alexy, the man of God, at the Lyadensky Monastery. Its manager, Alexey Ivanovich Khatskevich, spoke about the organization and construction of the farmstead. Message B...
The team from the Molodechno diocese took first place at the military-patriotic rally of Orthodox youth
From June 21 to June 26, 2026, the XVIII military-patriotic sports rally of Orthodox youth took place on the basis of the Polotsk border detachment. The event brought together more than 120 participants from 12 dioceses of the Belarusian Exarchate. With the blessing of the Bishop of Molodechno and Stolbtsy...
Children from 19 localities participated in the Festival "Miroslava lui Duho in poetry and song"
Children from 19 localities participated on Saturday, in Miroslava, Iași County, in the second edition of the Festival-competition "Miroslava lui Duduu în pozie y cantec", dedicated to the promotion of artistic talent and cultural and spiritual values. The event took place in…
Nikodimos of Epidaurus in Agia Kyriaki Domokos
In the Solemn Church of Agia Kyriaki Domokos in the capital of the ever brilliant Diocese of Thaumakos, at the seat of the Municipality of Domokos, the Most Holy Bishop of Epidaurus Mr. Nikodimos, General Director of the EKYO of the Church of...
On Thursday, July 09, the new issue of the "Kivotos tis Orthodoxias" Newspaper is published
On Thursday 09 July, the Ark of Orthodoxy newspaper, by popular demand, is re-launching its entire Collection and each week offers you many favorite images to choose from. The images shown are indicative, there is a wide variety…
The Bishop of Australia and New Zealand served at the Cernica Monastery
Bishop Mihail of Australia and New Zealand celebrated the Holy Liturgy at the Cernica Monastery in Ilfov county on Sunday. His Eminence was joined in the service by Archimandrite Vasile Pîrjol, the abbot of Cernica Monastery and clerics from the monastic community. After reading…
A cross was installed on the Church of the Resurrection of Christ - St. Petersburg Metropolis
There is a cross installed on the Church of the Resurrection of Christ St. Petersburg Metropolis
The Iași Metropolitan Museum will host the International Symposium "Explorations in the Romanian and European Biblical Tradition" 2026
"Al.I. Cuza" University of Iași (UAIC) will organize, between July 9-11, 2026, a new edition of the International Symposium "Explorations in the Romanian and European Biblical Tradition". All works will take place at the Iași Metropolitan Museum. The works will start with a…
Festive service in the Manyava Men's Monastery
Festive service in the Manyava Men's Monastery pomisna.info
Florinis Irenaios: Agia Kyriaki resisted the pressures of an entire era
On Tuesday morning, July 7, 2026, the Most Reverend Metropolitan of Florina, Prespa and Eordaia Mr. Irenaios officiated at the Orthros and the High Priestly Divine Liturgy at the celebratory Chapel of the Saint, which is located in the forest of Agios Panteleimon in Florina. To Theia...
On the feast of the Nativity of the Baptist John, Bishop Ignatius led the patronal celebration in Novopolotsk
On July 7, on the feast of the Nativity of the venerable, glorious Prophet, Forerunner and Baptist of the Lord John, Bishop Ignatius of Polotsk and Glubokoe led the patronal celebration in the Church of the Nativity of John the Baptist of the Parish of the Church of the Holy Archangel Michael in Novopolotsk. At the walls of the temple with...
Maroneias Panteleimon: To minister to our fellow citizens who are in need
On Monday, July 6, 2026, the Most Reverend Metropolitan of Maroneia and Komotini Mr. Panteleimon, on the feast of Agia Kyriaki, officiated at the Solemn Vespers, in the celebratory Holy Chapel of the Holy Church of Agios Georgios Komotini, located in Exintari square. The…
Patronal feast day in the Kungur St. John the Baptist Convent
Patronal feast day in the Kungur St. John the Baptist Convent Perm Metropolis
Florinis Irenaios in the camps of the Holy Metropolis
At noon on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, the Most Reverend Metropolitan of Floris, Prespa and Eordaia, Mr. Irenaios, went to the Camp of the Holy Metropolis, where from July 7 to 12 students from the 3rd to the 6th grade are hosted. There he performed the Consecration for the start of...
The Orthodox youth from Vâlceni carried out activities for the children of the "Oltenia de sub Munte" Camp
The members of the Orthodox Youth Association "Sfântul Valentin" Vâlcea carried out, between June 30 and July 5, educational, recreational and spiritual activities for the children of the "Oltenia de sub Munte" Camp. The young people participated in the program at the invitation of Fr. George Adrian...
The icon of the Mother of God, the Burning Bush, was included in the calendar of the Romanian Orthodox Church
The icon of the Mother of God "Burning Rosary" was entered in the calendar of the Romanian Orthodox Church and will be celebrated on September 4. The decision was taken by the Holy Synod in the meeting of July 2. The date of the celebration of the icon was set on September 4,…
The Feast of Holy Sunday in Eretria
On the occasion of the feast of Agia Kyriaki, the solemn vespers was celebrated in the eponymous chapel in Eretria, which was celebrated by Panos. Chief Christodoulos Manias, Head of the Holy Church of Agios Nektarios in Chalkidos and Abbot of the Holy Monastery of Agios Georgios in Arma Fillon...
"Rally of Sobriety and Health" in Mariinsk is a unique place with an atmosphere of unity and mutual understanding
"Rally of sobriety and health" in Mariinsk is a unique place with an atmosphere of unity and mutual understanding Ekaterinburg diocese
More than 100 young people participated in the Nepsis Spain meeting dedicated to the Romanian identity in the diaspora
More than 100 young people participated in the Nepsis Spain meeting, held in the town of San Martín de la Vega, near Madrid. The event took place at the end of June, with the theme "Diaspora and the soul of the young Romanian: between integration and keeping...
Ierissou Theoklitos: Holy Sunday was full of Christ
The seaside Olympia celebrated with all its splendor the memory of its Patroness, Great Parthenomartyr Agia Kyriaki, the Athletic Saint of the early Christian years of the undivided Church, who during the reign of Diocletian and Maximian, descended from illustrious parents,...
Metropolitan Nicolae marks US 250th anniversary, praises religious freedom and liberty
His Eminence Metropolitan Nicolae of the Romanian Orthodox Metropolis of the Americas issued a message marking the 250th anniversary of the United States Declaration of Independence, describing the nation’s history as “one of the most remarkable testimonies to the power of…
Performance dedicated to St. Stephen the Great in the Diocese of Balti: Metropolitan-elect Antonie decorated a composer
A new edition of the Show "Holy Voivode Stephen the Great - Athlete of Christ" took place on Sunday in Florești, Republic of Moldova, in the presence of His Holiness Father Anthony, the elected Metropolitan of Bessarabia. The event began with prayer and the blessing granted…
The Romanian parish in Heidelberg, invited to participate in the city's interreligious forum
The Romanian parish "Sfânta Treime" in Heidelberg, Germany, was invited to be part of the "Heidelberger Dialog der Religionen", a forum initiated by the local administration to bring together representatives of the main religious communities in the city. According to the City Hall...
Vespers of Agia Kyriaki and unveiling of the Monument to the Fallen in Pachia Ammos, Ierapetra
On the afternoon of Monday, July 6, 2026, the Great High Priestly Vespers of the feast of Saint Magalomartyros Kyriaki was celebrated with great splendor in the celebratory feronymous south aisle of the Holy Church of Agios Christophers in Pachia Ammos, Ierapetra. The ceremony was officiated by...
On the Feast of the Nativity of St. John the Forerunner, Metropolitan George celebrated the Divine Liturgy at the Church of the Resurrection in Nizhny Novgorod
On the Feast of the Nativity of St. John the Forerunner, Metropolitan George celebrated the Divine Liturgy at the Church of the Resurrection in Nizhny Novgorod
George of Thivon: Let us imitate the steadfast faith of Saint Kyriaki
On the afternoon of Monday, July 6, 2026, the Most Reverend Metropolitan of Thebes, Mr. George, celebrated the Vespers of the feast of Agia Kyriaki at the homonymous Church of Agia in Prasino, surrounded by local priests and with the participation of many believers who overwhelmed the...
On the patronal feast of the Council of St. John the Baptist, Metropolitan Eugene celebrated the Divine Liturgy
On the patronal feast of the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, Metropolitan Eugene celebrated the Divine Liturgy Ekaterinburg diocese
Pilgrimage rally at the Alexander Nevsky Monastery
From June 27 to July 5, 2026 in the Alexander Nevsky Convent in the village of Maklakovo, Taldomsky district. there was a pilgrimage gathering of Sunday school students, parents, teachers, parishioners of the Church of the Holy Blessed Grand Duke Alexander Nevsky in Zelenograd, Moscow...
A lively conversation about the main thing: how the creative NOT’camp was welcomed in the Ivanovo Church
On July 6, in the teahouse at the Church of the Great Martyr and Victorious George in the city of Ivanovo, something happened to the participants of the young creative NOT’camp. The chairman of the missionary department of the Ivanovo-Voznesensk diocese, the rector of the church, Priest John Lvov, held an informal conversation for the children about the...
From the Christian world
Khamenei’s other sons appear at his funeral in Iran as new supreme leader remains in hiding
TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — Iran’s new supreme leader, Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, has yet to make an appearance in the funeral ceremonies, which are unfolding over several days. He is believed to be in hiding after reportedly being wounded in the airstrike that killed his father.
How Russia turned to medieval saints in its push for ‘traditional values’ – and more babies
(The Conversation) — The Russian Orthodox Church is creating another pro-family day, part of a broader ‘traditional values’ campaign run by the government.
U.S. ambassador describes July 4 dinner with Pope Leo XIV
Speaking with Italian media, Brian Burch said the informal evening showed a pontiff who is both personally at ease with his American roots and conscious of his universal mission.
West Bank parish priest calls for action to preserve Christian presence
The Palestinian village of Taybeh is facing the possible construction of a new Israeli settlers' outpost, prompting renewed concern for the future of the last entirely Christian Palestinian village in the West Bank. Parish priest Father Bashar Fawadleh warns that preserving the…
Pope to have lunch with 200 poor people from Rome in Castel Gandolfo
Pope Leo is due to share a meal with around 200 poor people from the Diocese of Rome at Borgo Laudato si' in Castel Gandolfo on Saturday. Read all
Memorials across India mark 5 years since Jesuit Father Stan Swamy died in custody
Archbishop Vincent Aind led tributes in Ranchi and activists gathered in Mumbai to honor the priest, as his supporters press on to clear his name in the Bhima Koregaon case.
After 1,000 Days of War, Israelis Are Weary Amid Growing Isolation
From his home in Nazareth, Saleem Shalash has often heard the loud booms of Israel’s air defense systems intercepting Hezbollah rockets over the Haifa region. Since resuming large-scale attacks in March, Hezbollah has repeatedly attacked Haifa—18 miles from Nazareth—with…
How Foster Care Can Be Training for Homelessness
While staying in homeless shelters as a reporter, I heard dozens of stories of abuse, many of which I was able verify with court records and counselors. One person whose story particularly moved me was Michael, a felon and poet who lived downstairs from where I stayed in an old…
